What are the responsibilities and job description for the Housing Navigation Volunteer Assistant position at Wesley House Student Residence?
Wesley House Student Residence is a nonprofit 501c(3) organization operating the only affordable supportive housing complex serving low-income and systemically marginalized college students in San Diego County. Our student residents face additional challenges such as experiencing housing insecurity/ homelessness, being formerly incarcerated and/or aging out of the foster care system. Many are the first generation in their family to attend college. We currently operate in one location with 11 units serving 24 student residents. In addition to housing, we offer an onsite food pantry, targeted monthly programs, and individualized wraparound support services. Our community food pantry provides nutritious food to more than 400 students. Please reach out to us to learn more!
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Description The purpose of the Housing Navigation volunteer at Wesley House is to assist the Housing Navigator with connecting the post-secondary clients to resources and opportunities for stability in housing, academics, and work.
Title Housing Navigation Volunteer Assistant
Duties Under the direction of the Housing Navigator, the Housing Navigation Volunteer Assistant
Compiles resources for clients based on Housing Navigator's guide (e.g. job leads, on-campus resources, etc.)
Does outreach to remind clients of patio programs, appointment reminders, scholarship opportunities, and other outreach needs.
Assists with patio programs (set up, activity assistance, clean up)
Maintain confidentiality of client information (the most which would include first name and phone number)
Thursday and Friday. The window available is 3 15pm - 6 15pm.
This is an ongoing opportunity for someone who can commit to at least four consecutive shifts and can be extended month - to - month.
Volunteer should be familiar with Word, Powerpoint, Excel, and Canva, or be willing to be trained. Volunteer should have high interpersonal skills and be good at taking direction in a fast-paced environment. Ideally, volunteer should have experience or an interest in community education.
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Description The purpose of the Housing Navigation volunteer at Wesley House is to assist the Housing Navigator with connecting the post-secondary clients to resources and opportunities for stability in housing, academics, and work.
Title Housing Navigation Volunteer Assistant
Duties Under the direction of the Housing Navigator, the Housing Navigation Volunteer Assistant
Compiles resources for clients based on Housing Navigator's guide (e.g. job leads, on-campus resources, etc.)
Does outreach to remind clients of patio programs, appointment reminders, scholarship opportunities, and other outreach needs.
Assists with patio programs (set up, activity assistance, clean up)
Maintain confidentiality of client information (the most which would include first name and phone number)
Thursday and Friday. The window available is 3 15pm - 6 15pm.
This is an ongoing opportunity for someone who can commit to at least four consecutive shifts and can be extended month - to - month.
Volunteer should be familiar with Word, Powerpoint, Excel, and Canva, or be willing to be trained. Volunteer should have high interpersonal skills and be good at taking direction in a fast-paced environment. Ideally, volunteer should have experience or an interest in community education.